Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Oregon's Stand-Off, L.A.'s Garbage Hazard and the Star of 'Tangerine'
Today, we look at the longstanding land rights fight in the rural West that’s part of the backstory to the weekend standoff involving an armed group in Oregon. Then, what kind of executive action might President Obama take on gun control?
By Madeleine Brand • • 53m ListenAn armed group took over some federal buildings in southeastern Oregon on Saturday. We start today with a look at the history of the long land rights fight behind this latest conflict.
Then, President Obama is expected to announce executive actions on gun control as early as tomorrow. What can he do?
Turning to local news, El Niño-related rainstorms started early this morning and are expected to continue through the week. We look at the potential hazards of roadside garbage in heavy rain.
Next, Madeleine speaks with Mya Taylor, one of the stars of the movie Tangerine.
And finally, in our weekly TV roundup, did 2015 give us TOO much to watch on the small screen?
In this episode
5 storiesOregon's Stand-Off in the Sagebrush Rebellion
An armed group took over some federal buildings in the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in southeastern Oregon on Saturday. Dressed in full fatigues, Blaine Cooper and Ammon Bundy are leading the protest.
Read the story9 minGun Control Funding and Executive Action
A bit of news that will probably NOT allay fears of federal government overreach is the president’s plan to use executive action to combat gun violence. He plans to announce actions as soon as tomorrow. Is this the week Obama will be stymied no more? Do gun control advocates finally have reasons to cheer? Signs point to yes.
Read the story7 minTrash Poses a Threat in El Niño
El Niño is here. The first in what’s expected to be a series of rainstorms hit early this morning. The rest of the week is supposed to be even wetter. That could mean hazards like slick roads and mud flows … and trash. L.A. has struggled for years to manage its massive amount of roadside garbage.
Read the story8 minMya Taylor of 'Tangerine'
Last year was the year that transgender people hit mainstream media in a big way: Caitlyn Jenner, Transparent and The Danish Girl. Then there was Tangerine. The low-budget indie movie tells the story of two transgender prostitutes spending Christmas Eve on the hard streets of Hollywood.
Read the story15 minTV Roundup
It’s our first day back after the New Year, which means it’s time for prognosticating, at least when it comes to TV. Last year was full of surprise hits like Empire, Mr. Robot and unREAL. But perhaps we had too much television to choose from. Will the deluge abate this year? That’s where we start today in our regular Monday TV roundup.
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